1982 Opel Manta vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (157 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Opel Manta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 414 kg more than 1982 Opel Manta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Opel Manta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Opel Manta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Manta. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Manta | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Manta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
